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Historic Downtown

Characterized by 19th-century brownstones, cobblestone streets, and a walkable grid.

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Welcome to Historic Downtown

Historic Downtown Jersey City is one of the most desirable and developed parts of the city. Characterized by 19th-century brownstones, cobblestone streets, and a walkable grid, it’s packed with trendy cafes, boutiques, and nightlife. It includes multiple sub-neighborhoods like Harsimus Cove and Hamilton Park. The Grove Street PATH station makes it a major transit artery, while its proximity to the waterfront adds to its allure. It’s popular with young professionals, families, and creatives alike. Despite rapid gentrification, it retains pockets of historical charm and community activism.

Overview for Historic Downtown, NJ

70,879 people live in Historic Downtown, where the median age is 34 and the average individual income is $106,748. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

70,879

Total Population

34 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$106,748

Average individual Income

Around Historic Downtown, NJ

There's plenty to do around Historic Downtown, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

98
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
77
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
84
Excellent Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Aughton Training Systems, Rolfing & Yoga by Chelsey, and Ideal Being.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Active 4.96 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.62 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.25 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.86 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.12 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.41 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Historic Downtown, NJ

Historic Downtown has 35,997 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Historic Downtown do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 70,879 people call Historic Downtown home. The population density is 60,893.61 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

70,879

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

34

Median Age

52.4 / 47.6%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
35,997

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$106,748

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

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The Modern Spaces team consists of seasoned real estate experts with deep knowledge and experience in the NYC and Jersey City markets. We don’t just work here—we live here too.

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